Aeon for Ocean is hiring: Grant Writing Consultant Volunteer in Minneapolis

GRANT WRITING CONSULTANT VOLUNTEER

Location: Remote, United States

Position Type: Volunteer, Part-Time

Are you ready to make a meaningful impact on the next generation and the future of our oceans? Aeon for Ocean is a volunteer-driven 501(c)(3) non-profit dedicated to educating and influencing the younger generation to take a leadership role in ocean conservation. Join us as a volunteer and be part of a passionate team that’s creating change by promoting "Kids teaching kids to lead the way in protecting the world’s oceans". If this cause excites you as much as it does us, then apply today! You can learn more about our amazing mission here.

Position Description:

We are seeking a Grant Writing Consultant to join our organization. This role is responsible for assisting our team in increasing our grant readiness and competitively applying for and successfully managing grant funding.

Your Impact on our Mission:

This position is critical to our mission and the key responsibilities you will perform as a part of our Team include, but are not limited to:

• Researching potential grants and funding sources
• Assisting in developing compelling letters of inquiry, proposals, and reports
• Establishing and maintaining an updated annual grants calendar
• Coordinating letters of support and writing proposals
• Working collaboratively with the Executive Director and other volunteer staff to gather information needed for grants and proposals
• Assisting with other fundraising projects as requested

What You’ll Bring to the Team:

Along with their passion for our mission, the successful candidate will possess the following qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Experience writing successful grants and proposals
• Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills
• Good judgment and ability to work independently
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse team
• Experience in fundraising is preferred
• Prior experience with a non-profit organization is preferred
• Location within the 48 contiguous United States is highly preferred

Applicants must also have the ability to attend periodic meetings conducted during regular business hours in the Central Standard (CST) Time Zone. We are looking for someone who can dedicate a few hours per week, and can commit for at least 6 months (though we’d love to have you even longer)!

Why Join our Team?

This role will benefit you with hands-on experience in your field while you work alongside like-minded professionals who are also passionate about our mission. You’ll have the opportunity to develop valuable skills like teamwork, leadership, and project management. The hours are flexible and yo will have the opportunity to build valuable connections as you see your work come to life!

How to apply:

If interested in this position, please apply at https://app.dover.com/apply/Aeon%20For%20Ocean/36d9c4fa-6fc8-4cec-8b7e-2c8934911060/?rs=76643084. We would love to hear from you! If you have any questions, please email bruna@aeonforocean.org. Do not just leave comments on VolunteerMatch as they are not monitored.

As part of Aeon for Ocean's standard process, some candidates might undergo a background verification check before an offer is extended. These verification checks will be conducted either by Aeon for Ocean directly or by a professional third-party firm at no charge to the applicant.

Aeon for Ocean is an Equal Opportunity Organization. All qualified applicants will receive equal consideration without regard to any status or characteristic protected by law.

Upon successful completion of a minimum of six (6) months of service, a letter of recommendation will be provided to the volunteer upon his/her request.